L'ÉCOLE 5th Anniversary in Hong Kong

L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific celebrates 5 years in Hong Kong #LECOLEHK5YEARS

L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific, School of Jewelry Arts Celebrates 5 Years of the Hong Kong campus

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L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, officially celebrates its Hong Kong campus’ 5th anniversary. This milestone marks the first permanent school outside of Paris since 2019. Over the past 5 years, L'ÉCOLE has attracted more than 56,000 visitors to various courses, seminars, and 8 exhibitions held at the K11  MUSEA campus. 

As the Hong Kong campus has grown, L'ÉCOLE is also expanding with new campuses opening in Shanghai and Dubai and another location in Paris. Looking ahead to the new year, L'ÉCOLE will aim to further invite visitors to explore the captivating world of jewelry in a broad and multidisciplinary manner, taking a fresh and innovative approach throughout the Asia Pacific region.

Exciting Happenings

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NEW COURSE "Pearls: History, Science and Legends"

English Sessions: March 14, April 11, 29, May 17, 23, June 19, 2:30pm-6:30pm
Cantonese Sessions: June 14, 2:30pm-6:30pm

First launched in Asia Pacific, discover the first gemstone of humanity. Embark on a fascinating journey into the pearl, a gem born from a living organism as famous as it is mysterious, a rare and precious witness to humanity’s first steps.

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"Hidden Gems" City Guide by L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific

“Hidden Gems”: Hong Kong Jewelry Heritage Guide

L’ÉCOLE’s new jewelry heritage guide, “Hidden Gems” features tales from local jewelry makers, designers, educational organizations and cultural institutions, and how they contributed to Hong Kong’s jewelry arts scene. Begin your adventure of exploring the hidden charm of jewelry arts in Hong Kong— show us the social media post and get your free copy now at L’ÉCOLE, while stock lasts!

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Latest Exhibition "Shakudō: from Samurai Ornaments to Jewelry"

December 11, 2024 to April 13, 2025; 1:00pm-7:00pm 

For one of the first exhibitions devoted to Shakudō, the latest exhibition highlights the technique, uses and fascinating history of this black metal traditionally used in Japan for the decorative elements of samurai swords. 

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New Book “Discover Gems”

From the time of the kings to the gold rushes and up to today's collectors, precious stones arouse many fantasies about color, light and rarity, which gives them a value that borders on the dream. A sign of wealth and power, the brilliance of gemstones also evokes the geological depth of time, an epic of several billion years, that of the Earth. From the properties of turquoise to the symbolism of diamonds and the Great Sapphire of the French Crown, this guide, with more than 1,000 photos, will take you into the fascinating world of gems.

Available in English, Traditional Chinese & Simplified Chinese editions at L'ÉCOLE Bookstore.

Past Programs

Sous les étoiles collection - Halley necklace and ring with interchangeable motifs. One pear-shaped Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond of 11.29 carats © Van Cleef & Arpels SA

First Cantonese In-Person Conversation "Fascinating Colors of Diamonds"

February 25, 2025

For several years natural-colored diamonds have seen a growth in popularity amongst connoisseurs, in particular blue and pink diamonds, the most popular among them. As numerous are the mysteries surrounding these gems, we will attempt to unlock some of their secrets together in our talk conducted in Cantonese for the first time.

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Open House: Discover the Natural Beauty of Pearls

February 22, 2025

With the special edition of L’ÉCOLEL’ÉCOLE Open House, visitors took on a one-hour challenge, to explore the fascinating world of pearls, both visually and tactilely. Journey through our specially curated themed classrooms, each revealing a different facet of the pearl world, culminating in a pearly reward at the end..

HKDI Conversation 2025

HKDI Conversation "Dive into the Secrets of Jewelry Design"

January 21, 2025

L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific has partnered with the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) since 2020 to launch the Scholarship for Academic Excellence. This initiative aims to recognize exceptional students in the Higher Diploma in Jewelry Design and Technology, cultivate a new generation of jewelry artists and designers, and inspire them to delve deeper into the realm of jewelry artistry.

This talk unveiled the origins of high jewelry creations and revealing the creative processes that give life to these exquisite works with Jewelry Designer Pauline Revet and Art Historian Mathilde Berger-Rondouin.

M+ Lounge Conversation

M+ Lounge Conversation "How Architecture Relates to Jewellery Design"

December 11, 2024

Shirley Surya, M+ Curator, Design and Architecture (co-curator of I. M. Pei: Life Is Architecture exhibition) and Mathilde Berger-Rondouin , Art Historian and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific presented the affinities and differences between the design of I. M. Pei’s selected buildings and the craft of jewellery design across time. 

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Presentation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures”

November 14-24, 2024


To kick-start the 5th  Anniversary celebration, L'ÉCOLE Asia Pacific is offering a captivating journey into the world of the enigmatic black diamonds. 
 
Do you know the biggest diamond found is not the Cullinan? The Sergio diamond, discovered in 1895 in Brazil, surpasses the Cullinan in size, weighing 3,167 carats (649.23 g). Visit the limited presentation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures” and explore the story of this infamous gem.

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Special In-Person Conversation “Black Diamonds: Rediscovered Treasures” & "Discover Gems" Book Signing Session

November 11, 2024

What are black diamonds?  By 2024, they have gained new popularity in jewelry making, sparking renewed interest among collectors. But do you know why? Finally, discover the story of the infamous “Sergio,” the world’s largest black diamond, recently rediscovered between London and Paris.

Join us for a special In-Person Conversation with François Farges and Olivier Segura, along with "Discover Gems" book signing session to explore the nature and history of black diamonds. 

Stay tuned for more upcoming programs!